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Problem

Possible Causes

What To Do

Food does not bake

Oven controls

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Using the

or roast properly

improperly set.

oven

section.

Shelf position is

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Using the

incorrect or the

oven

section.

shelf is not level.

Incorrect cookware

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Using the

or cookware of

oven

section.

improper size
being used.

Oven thermostat

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See the

Adjust the oven

needs adjustment.

thermostat—Do it yourself!

section.

Oven temperature

Oven thermostat

•

See the

Adjust the oven

too hot or too cold

needs adjustment.

thermostat—Do it yourself!

section.

Clock and timer

Plug on range is

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Make sure electrical plug is

do not work

not completely

plugged into a live, properly

inserted in the

grounded outlet.

electrical outlet.

A fuse in your home

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Replace fuse or reset

may be blown or the

circuit breaker.

circuit breaker tripped.

Oven controls

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See the

Using the clock

improperly set.

and timer

section.

oubleshooting T

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Installation Instr

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Customer Ser

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Operating Instr

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Safety Infor

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Summary of Contents for 164D3333P069

Page 1: ...GE Appliances GE Answer Center 800 626 2000 Part No 164D3333P069 Pub No 49 8827 JBP48 coil JBP79 glass Owner s Manual Ranges Self Cleaning Electric ...

Page 2: ...r range That s important because your new range will be part of your family for many years And we hope you will be part of ours for a long time to come We thank you for buying GE We appreciate your purchase and hope you will continue to rely on us whenever you need quality appliances for your home 2 Important Staple sales slip or cancelled check here Proof of the original purchase date is needed t...

Page 3: ...ed service you can relax knowing help is only a phone call away A list of toll free customer service numbers is included in the back section Or you can always call the GE Answer Center at 800 626 2000 24 hours a day 7 days a week If You Need Service Safety Information Anti Tip Device 4 Safety Precautions 5 7 Oven 8 9 Surface Cooking Units 10 12 Radiant Surface Units 11 12 Installation Instructions...

Page 4: ...G 4 WARNING For your safety the information in this manual must be followed to minimize the risk of fire or explosion electric shock or to prevent property damage personal injury or loss of life WARNING ANTI TIP DEVICE IMPORTANT SAFETY NOTICE The California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act requires the Governor of California to publish a list of substances known to the state to cause ...

Page 5: ... or unattended in an area where an appliance is in use They should never be allowed to sit or stand on any part of the appliance Do not allow anyone to climb stand or hang on the door storage drawer or cooktop They could damage the range and even tip it over causing severe personal injury Do not store flammable materials in an oven or near the cooktop CAUTION Items of interest to children should n...

Page 6: ...o not use water on grease fires Never pick up a flaming pan Turn the controls off Smother a flaming pan on a surface unit by covering the pan completely with a well fitting lid cookie sheet or flat tray Use a multi purpose dry chemical or foam type fire extinguisher Flaming grease outside a pan can be put out by covering it with baking soda or if available by using a multi purpose dry chemical or ...

Page 7: ...onottouchthesurface units theheating elementsortheinterior surfaceoftheoven Thesesurfacesmaybe hotenoughtoburn eventhoughtheyare darkincolor During andafteruse donot touch orletclothingor otherflammable materialscontact the surfaceunits areas nearbythesurfaceunits oranyinteriorareaof theoven allowsufficient timeforcoolingfirst Potentially hot surfaces include the cooktop areas facing the cooktop o...

Page 8: ...ling out the shelf to the stop lock is a convenience in lifting heavy foods It is also a precaution against burns from touching hot surfaces of the door or oven walls When using cooking or roasting bags in the oven follow the manufacturer s directions Do not use the oven to dry newspapers If overheated they can catch on fire Do not use the oven for a storage area Items stored in an oven can ignite...

Page 9: ...mmercial oven cleaner or oven liner protective coating of any kind should be used in or around any part of the oven Residue from oven cleaners will damage the inside of the oven when the self clean cycle is used Before self cleaning the oven remove the broiler pan grid and other cookware Be sure to wipe up excess spillage before starting the self cleaning operation If the self cleaning mode malfun...

Page 10: ... line the drip pans or anywhere in the oven except as described in this manual Misuse could result in a shock fire hazard or damage to the range Only certain types of glass glass ceramic earthenware or other glazed containers are suitable for cooktop service others may break because of the sudden change in temperature To minimize the possibility of burns ignition of flammable materials and spillag...

Page 11: ...elt slowly Always heat fat slowly and watch as it heats Use a deep fat thermometer whenever possible to prevent overheating fat beyond the smoking point Avoid scratching the glass cooktop The cooktop can be scratched with items such as sharp instruments rings or other jewelry and rivets on clothing Be careful when placing spoons or other stirring utensils on glass cooktop surface when it is in use...

Page 12: ...wipe spills on a hot surface unit be careful to avoid steam burns Some cleaners can produce noxious fumes if applied to a hot surface NOTE We recommend that you avoid wiping any surface unit areas until they have cooled and the indicator light has gone off Sugar spills are the exception to this Please see Cleaning the glass cooktop section WARNING RADIANT SURFACE UNITS IMPORTANT SAFETY INFORMATION...

Page 13: ... or without the ring in place can be dangerous Placing the ring over the surface unit will cause a build up of heat that will damage the porcelain cooktop Do not try to use such woks without the ring You could be seriously burned if the wok tipped over Use only flat bottomed woks Surface Cookware Tips electric coil models only Use medium or heavy weight cookware Aluminum cookware conducts heat fas...

Page 14: ...face when the surface is cool Even after the surface units are turned off the glass cooktop retains enough heat to continue cooking To avoid over cooking remove pans from the surface units when the food is cooked Avoid placing anything on the surface unit until it has cooled completely Water stains mineral deposits are removable using the cleaning cream or full strength white vinegar Use of window...

Page 15: ...s boil dry Overheated metal can bond to glass cooktops An overheated copper bottom pot will leave a residue that will permanently stain the cooktop if not removed immediately Porcelain Enamel Covered Cast Iron recommended As long as the cookware is covered completely with porcelain enamel this cookware is recommended Caution is recommended for cast iron cookware that is not completely covered with...

Page 16: ...eatures COOKING TIME Pad Press this pad and then press the or pad to set the amount of time you want your food to cook The oven will shut off when the Cook Time has run out START TIME Pad Press this pad and the or pad to set the start time of your oven START Pad Press this pad to start any cooking or cleaning function KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF Pad Press this pad to select the timer feature CLOCK Pad Pr...

Page 17: ...r flash in the display and the oven control signals this indicates a function error code If the function error code appears during the self cleaning function check the oven door latch the latch handle may have been moved even if only slightly from the latched position Make sure the handle is to the right as far as it will go Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour If the functi...

Page 18: ...d leave the control set in this special features mode 3 2 1 Your new touch pad control has additional features that you may choose to use The following are the features and how you may activate them The special feature modes can only be activated while the display is showing the time of day clock They remain in the control s memory until the steps are repeated When the display shows your choice pr...

Page 19: ...features mode When this feature is on and the touch pads are pressed the control will beep and the display will show LOC NOTE The control lockout mode will not affect the clock and timer pads 3 2 1 Tones at the End of a Timed Cycle At the end of a timed cycle 3 short beeps will sound followed by one beep every 6 seconds until the CLEAR OFF pad is pressed This continuous 6 second beep may be cancel...

Page 20: ...low Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF Press the CLOCK pad once The display will show 12 hr Press the CLOCK pad again to change to the 24 hour military time clock The display will show 24 hr Press the CLOCK pad again to black out the clock display The display will show OFF Press the START pad to activate your choice and leave the control s...

Page 21: ...peed up to the number 5 Press the pad to decrease the speed down to the number 1 Press the START pad to activate the setting and leave the control set in this special features mode 4 3 2 1 Cook and Hold Your new control has a cook and hold feature that keeps cooked foods warm for up to 3 hours after the cooking function is finished To activate this feature follow the steps below Press the BAKE and...

Page 22: ... the support tilt up the front and push the shelf in The oven has 4 shelf positions Using the oven 22 Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service A B C D How to Set the Oven for Baking or Roasting Press the BAKE pad Press the or pad until the desired temperature is displayed Check food for doneness at minimum time on recipe Cook longer ...

Page 23: ... positions in the Broiling guide Press the BROIL HI LO pad Press the pad once for LO Broil or twice for HI Broil To change from HI Broil to LO Broil press the pad once When broiling is finished press the CLEAR OFF pad 5 4 3 2 1 Leave the door open to the broil stop position The door stays open by itself yet the proper temperature is maintained in the oven Preheat the oven if the recipe calls for i...

Page 24: ...ngthwise chicken Brush each side with melted butter Broil skin side down first Lobster Tails 2 4 B 13 16 Do not Cut through back of shell 6 to 8 oz turn Spread open Brush with each over melted butter before broiling and after half of broiling time Fish 1 lb fillets C 5 5 Handleandturnverycarefully 1 4 to 1 2 Brush with lemon butter thick beforeand during cooking if desired Preheat broiler to incre...

Page 25: ... will start automatically within a few seconds of releasing the pad To Reset the Timer If the display is still showing the time remaining you may change it by pressing the the and pads until the time you want appears in the display If the remaining time is not in the display clock start time or cooking time are in the display recall the remaining time by pressing the KITCHEN TIMER ON OFF pad and t...

Page 26: ...m the bulb will speed harmful bacteria growth How to Set an Immediate Start and Automatic Stop Make sure the oven clock shows the correct time of day Press the BAKE pad Using the or pad enter the desired temperature Press the COOKING TIME pad Using the or pad enter the desired baking time Press the START pad The word ON and 100 will be displayed The cook time will begin to count down As the oven h...

Page 27: ...st start time you can set Change the start time by pressing the or pad until the desired start time and START TIME appear in the display The words DELAY BAKE appear in the display Press the START pad The oven will turn on automatically The word ON and 100 will be displayed The cook time will begin to count down As the oven heats up the display will show the changing temperature The oven will cook ...

Page 28: ... affect the broiling or the self cleaning temperatures The adjustment will be retained in memory after a power failure Press the BAKE and BROIL HI LO pads at the same time for 2 seconds until the display shows SF Press the BAKE pad A two digit number shows in the display The oven temperature can be adjusted up to 35 F hotter or 35 F cooler Press the pad to increase the temperature in 1 degree incr...

Page 29: ...g a ventilation fan or hood during the first self clean cycle Remove all cookware and any aluminum foil from the oven The oven shelves can be self cleaned but they will darken lose their luster and become hard to slide Do not use abrasives or oven cleaners Clean the top sides and outside of the oven door with soap and water The enamel grid and broiler pan may be cleaned in the self cleaning oven H...

Page 30: ... self clean cycle will automatically begin after CLEAN is displayed and the time for the clean cycle is set The words ON and LOCKED DOOR will appear in the display It will not be possible to open the oven door until the temperature drops below the lock temperature and the LOCKED DOOR light goes off When the LOCKED DOOR light is off slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open t...

Page 31: ...the LOCKED DOOR light goes off When the LOCKED DOOR light is off slide the latch handle to the left as far as it will go and open the door 6 5 4 3 2 1 You may notice some white ash in the oven Wipe it up with a damp cloth after the oven cools If white spots remain remove them with a soap filled steel wool pad and rinse thoroughly with a vinegar and water mixture These deposits are usually a salt r...

Page 32: ... cloth Remove heavier soil with warm soapy water Do not use abrasives of any kind on the control panel The control knobs may be removed for easier cleaning To remove a knob pull it straight off the stem Wash the knobs in soap and water but do not soak Pull the knob straight off the stem Oven Vent glass cooktops only The oven is vented through an opening at the rear of the cooktop Never cover the o...

Page 33: ...al oven cleaners cleaning powders steel wool or harsh abrasives on any painted surface Painted Surfaces The sure grip door handle is easy to keep clean Soil will easily wash off with soap and water or a non abrasive all purpose cleaner Avoid using heavy duty all purpose cleaners and detergents as they may contain chemicals which might harm the sure grip handle Sure Grip Handle Oven Shelves Clean t...

Page 34: ...nd water solution Do not rub or clean the door gasket it has an extremely low resistance to abrasion If you notice the gasket becoming worn frayed or damaged in any way or if it has become displaced on the door you should have it replaced To clean the outside of the door Use soap and water to thoroughly clean the top sides and front of the oven door Rinse well You may also use a glass cleaner to c...

Page 35: ...he electrical power to the range at the main fuse or circuit breaker panel Be sure to let the light cover and bulb cool completely To remove the cover Hold a hand under the cover so it doesn t fall when released With fingers of the same hand firmly push back the wire cover holder Lift off the cover Do not remove any screws to remove the cover Replace bulb with a 40 watt household appliance bulb To...

Page 36: ...our fingers To lower the cooktop push the rods back and gently lower the cooktop until it rests in place Operating Instructions Installation Instructions Safety Information Troubleshooting Tips Customer Service The porcelain enamel finish is sturdy but breakable if misused This finish is acid resistant However any acidic foods spilled such as fruit juices tomato or vinegar should not be permitted ...

Page 37: ...e drip pan and into the receptacle Guide the surface unit into place so it rests evenly Do not immerse the surface units in liquids of any kind Do not clean the surface units in a dishwasher Do not bend the surface unit plug terminals Do not attempt to clean adjust or in any way repair the plug in receptacle Surface unit Drip pan Receptacle 37 Troubleshooting Tips Installation Instructions Custome...

Page 38: ... bottom edge toward you and then up Place fingers on top near each end of the light Roll the top of the light gently toward the front of the range and gently pull the light from the socket making sure it does not hit the light cover To replace Place fingers on the top near each end of the light Press the light into the slots until it snaps into place Move light cover down and snap into place 3 2 1...

Page 39: ... cleaner If the grid is chrome do not use an oven cleaner to clean it Both the broiler pan and grid can also be cleaned in the dishwasher Do not store a soiled broiler pan and grid anywhere in the range After broiling remove the broiler pan from the oven How to Remove the Storage Drawer to Clean Under the Range To remove the storage drawer Pull the drawer out all the way Tilt up the front and remo...

Page 40: ...cream This helps protect the top and makes clean up easier Clean the surface with the cleaning cream after each use Rub a few drops less is better of the cleaning cream onto soiled area using a damp paper towel Buff with a dry paper towel until all soil and cream are removed For heavy burned on soil Apply a few drops of the cleaning cream to the cool soiled area Using a damp paper towel rub the cr...

Page 41: ... scraper at a 30 angle to the cooktop Scrape the hot spill to a cool area outside the surface unit With the spill in a cool area use a dry paper towel to remove any excess Any spillover remaining should be left until the surface of the cooktop has cooled Do not continue to use the soiled surface unit until all of the spillover has been removed Follow the steps under Heavy soil to continue the clea...

Page 42: ...head nutdriver Channel lock pliers or small ratchet wrench with 3 16 socket for leveling range Tools You Will Need Electrical Requirements CAUTION FOR PERSONAL SAFETY DO NOT USE AN EXTENSION CORD WITH THIS APPLIANCE REMOVE HOUSE FUSE OR OPEN CIRCUIT BREAKER BEFORE BEGINNING INSTALLATION This appliance must be supplied with the proper voltage and frequency and connected to an individual properly gr...

Page 43: ... the installation instructions packed with that appliance If cabinet storage is installed reduce risk by installing a range hood that projects horizontally a min of 5 beyond the bottom of the cabinets Make sure the wall covering countertops and cabinets around the range can withstand heat generated by the range oven or cooktop up to 200 F 1 Install the outlet box on either side of the C Outlet box...

Page 44: ...trical Connection Effective January 1 1996 the National Electric Code requires that new construction not existing utilize a 4 conductor connection to an electric range When installing an electric range in new construction follow Steps 3 and 5 for 4 wire connection Use only a 3 conductor or a 4 conductor UL listed range cord These cords may be provided with ring terminals on wire and a strain relie...

Page 45: ...from the bracket and twist until ring is removed Assemble the strain relief in the hole Insert the power cord through the strain relief and tighten Allow enough slack to easily attach the cord terminals to the connector block If tabs are present at the end of the winged strain relief they can be removed for better fit NOTE Do not install the power cord without a strain relief c b a 3 Knockout ring...

Page 46: ...minal located in the center of the connector block The power leads must be connected to the outside brass colored terminals Remove the 3 wire terminal screws from the connector block Insert screws through each power cord terminal ring and into the connector block until the screws engage the nuts Be certain that the center wire is connected to the center screw of the connector block Tighten screws ...

Page 47: ...ange with the grounding plate and grounding screw Remove the 3 screws from the connector block Remove the grounding screw and strap from the connector block middle location and the screw connection to the frame of the range Insert screws through each power cord terminal ring and into connector block until screw engages nut Be certain that the center wire is connected to the center screw of the con...

Page 48: ...used see note below NOTE ALUMINUM WIRING Do not connect aluminum wire to the connector block Use copper building wire rated for the correct amperage and voltage to make 3 three 3 copper jumper wires Connect wire as per Step 6 or 7 depending on number of wires Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using special connector terminals designed and UL approved for joining copper to aluminum and follow ...

Page 49: ... If aluminum wire is used see note below NOTE ALUMINUM WIRING Do not connect aluminum wire to connector block Use copper building wire rated for the correct amperage and voltage to make 3 three 3 copper jumper wires Connect wire as per Step 6 or 7 depending on number of wires Splice copper wires to aluminum wiring using special connector terminals designed and UL approved for joining copper to alu...

Page 50: ...ll Bracket Screw must enter wood or metal Wall plate Leveling the Range The range must be level Leveling feet are located at each corner of the base of the range Remove the storage drawer or kick panel depending on your model and using channel locks rotate the leveling feet in and out as required to level the range For instructions on how to remove and replace the storage drawer or the kick panel ...

Page 51: ...operating light Call for service is broken Oven will not work Plug on range is not Make sure electrical plug is completely inserted in plugged into a live properly the electrical outlet grounded outlet A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset may be blown or the circuit breaker circuit breaker tripped Oven controls See the Using the improperly set oven section Door left in the If necessary allow ...

Page 52: ...ing pan and in a hot pan grid that came with your range Make sure it is cool Cookware not suited Use the broiling pan and for broiling grid that came with your range Aluminum foil used on See the Using the the broiling pan and oven section grid has not been fitted properly and slit as recommended In some areas the Preheat the broil element power voltage for 10 minutes may be low Broil for the long...

Page 53: ...rself section Oven temperature Oven thermostat See the Adjust the oven too hot or too cold needs adjustment thermostat Do it yourself section Clock and timer Plug on range is Make sure electrical plug is do not work not completely plugged into a live properly inserted in the grounded outlet electrical outlet A fuse in your home Replace fuse or reset may be blown or the circuit breaker circuit brea...

Page 54: ...is not in Make sure you move the the locked position door latch handle all the way to the right Oven starts a Oven door locked Press the CLEAR OFF self clean cycle during cooking pad Allow the oven to when you wanted cool Never force the door to bake roast latch handle or broil Crackling or This is the sound of This is normal popping sound the metal heating and cooling during both the cooking and ...

Page 55: ...rting the clean cycle Heavily soiled ovens may need to self clean again or for a longer period of time Oven door is The door is out Because the oven door is crooked of position removable it sometimes gets out of position during installation To straighten the door push down on the high corner LOCK DOOR flashes The self clean cycle has Move the door latch in the display been selected but the handle ...

Page 56: ...yhavebeenmoved even if only slightly from the locked position Make sure the latch is moved to the right as far as it willgo Press the CLEAR OFF pad Allow the oven to cool for one hour Put the oven back into operation Disconnect all power to the range for 5 minutes and then reconnect power If the function error code repeats call for service Power outage Power outage or surge Reset the clock If the ...

Page 57: ... used cleaning procedures cracks or abrasions Cookware with rough Be sure cookware bottoms on radiant cooktop bottoms being used or and cookware are clean glass surface coarse particles salt before use Use cookware or sand were between with smooth bottoms Tiny the cookware and the scratches are not removable surface of the cooktop but will become less visible in time as a result of cleaning Cookwa...

Page 58: ...the receptacle The surface Check to see the correct unit controls control is set for the surface improperly set unit you are using The drip pans are With the controls off check not set securely in to make sure the drip pan is the cooktop in the recess in the cooktop and that the opening in the pan lines up with the receptacle Cooktop feels hot Large pans hold heat Choose a pan that matches close t...

Page 59: ...each you how to use the product Improper installation Failure of the product if it is abused misused or used for other than the intended purpose or used commercially Damage to the glass cooktop caused by use of cleaners other than the recommended cleaning creams Damage to the glass cooktop caused by hardened spills of sugary materials or melted plastic that are not cleaned according to the directi...

Page 60: ...rvice Contracts 800 626 2224 Individuals qualified to service their own appliances can have parts or accessories sent directly to their homes VISA MasterCard and Discover cards are accepted Instructions contained in this manual cover procedures to be performed by any user Other servicing generally should be referred to qualified service personnel Caution must be exercised since improper servicing ...

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